Electrical Engineering Technical Manager

Job Description

Basic Qualifications

Bachelor’s of Science or Technology degree in Engineering, a related specialized area or field is required (or equivalent experience) plus a minimum 8 years of relevant experience; or Master’s degree plus a minimum of 6 years of relevant experience to meet managerial expectations.CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS:Department of Defense Top Secret security clearance is required within 1 year of time of hire. Applicants selected will be subject to a U.S. Government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Due to the nature of work performed within our facilities, U.S. citizenship is required.FLEX SCHEDULE FOR NOW, GOING INTO THE OFFICE WHEN NEEDED.Responsibilities for this PositionGeneral Dynamics Mission Systems has an immediate opening for an Electrical Engineering Technical Manager.

This position provides an opportunity to further advance the cutting-edge technology that supports some of our nation’s core defense/intelligence services and systems.

General Dynamics Mission Systems employees work closely with esteemed customers to develop solutions that allow them to carry out high-stakes national security missions.REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES AND TASKS:Oversees and manages the operational aspects of ongoing Electrical Engineering projects and serves as liaison between project management and planning, project team, and line managementReviews status of projects and budgets, manages schedules, and prepares status reportsAssesses project issues and develops resolutions to meet productivity, quality, and client-satisfaction goals and objectivesDevelops mechanisms for monitoring project progress and for intervention and problem solving with project managers, line managers, clients and other stakeholdersLeads development of strategic projects or large tasks by applying engineering and organizational knowledge and expertise to achieve technical goalsProvides technical input to Engineering Management in linking project IP strategy to business roadmapsUnderstands and interprets the technical, organizational and process aspects of the projectPlans and executes small to moderate sized projects or groups of projectsResponsible for the completion of assigned engineering projects within budgetary and scheduling guidelinesLeads a group of engineers and technicians as assignedDirects, coordinates, and exercises functional authority for planning, organization, control, integration, and completion of engineering project within area of assigned responsibilityParticipates in development of program strategies and teaming strategies on a single projectParticipates in the development of executable project plans on proposalsParticipates in the proposal processParticipates in continuous process improvement effortsActively uncovers technical and organizational risks and ensures they are included in risk mitigation plansCommunicates regularly with project management, supplier(s), project team, and internal managementRegular contact with section manager and some contact with upper level division managementTravel may be requiredWorks performed without appreciable directionProvides resolution to problems to a diverse range of complex problems which require the use of ingenuity and creativityIs identified as the most effective performer by managementUnderstands and interprets the technical, organizational and process aspects of the projectReceives assignments in the form of objectives and determines how to use resources to meet schedules and goalsProvides guidance to subordinates within the latitude of established company policiesRecommends changes to policies and establishes procedures that affect immediate organization(s)Expected to manage work, set objectives and meet commitments for self and othersDelegates assignments to others for developing solutions

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES:Previous experience with Strategic (or other High Consequence) SystemsSkilled at executing complex tasksBridges communication across a small teamStrong ability to bridge communication across a teamStrong written and verbal communications skillsEffectively encourages trades across technical, contract and program domains of projectStrong ability in communicating issues, impacts, and corrective actionsStrong motivational skillsSelf-directed/ self-starting abilityStrong ability to lead, mentor, and motivate experienced technical staffStrong ability to engage in continuous learningStrong ability to communicate with managers and teammatesWorks collaboratively with resources external to the functional or program teamResponsible for establishing and achieving operational objectives for a moderately complex function, program or program scopeExpected to integrate complex activitiesStrong proficiency at all responsibilities associated with the positionStrong ability to recruit, manage and retain peopleStrong background in Electrical EngineeringDistinguishing features can include: Functional: Oversight of a function with moderate size, complexity or impactDemonstrates consistently high ratings on People Commitments

PREFERRED DEGREE TYPES AND EXPERIENCE:

Bachelor’s of Science or Technology degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering, a related specialized area or field is required (or equivalent experience) plus a minimum 8 years of relevant experience; or Master’s degree plus a minimum of 6 years of relevant experience to meet managerial expectations#DI2Company OverviewGeneral Dynamics Mission Systems (GDMS) engineers a diverse portfolio of high technology solutions, products and services that enable customers to successfully execute missions across all domains of operation.

With a global team of 12,000+ top professionals, we partner with the best in industry to expand the bounds of innovation in the defense and scientific arenas.

Given the nature of our work and who we are, we value trust, honesty, alignment and transparency.

We offer highly competitive benefits and pride ourselves in being a great place to work with a shared sense of purpose.

You will also enjoy a flexible work environment where contributions are recognized and rewarded.

If who we are and what we do resonates with you, we invite you to join our high performance team!General Dynamics is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer that is committed to hiring a diverse and talented workforce.

EOE/Disability/VeteranABOUT GENERAL DYNAMICS IN PITTSFIELD, MACome work for General Dynamics Mission Systems in beautiful Berkshire County, located on the western edge of Massachusetts. The Berkshires are very family friendly with excellent schools. The housing market is very affordable compared to surrounding larger cities. General Dynamics provides exceptional salaries in Berkshire County which provides a comfortable lifestyle for you and your family.The surrounding area is a cultural center for arts and theater, including established venues such as Tanglewood, Mass Museum of Contemporary Arts, The Clark Art Institute and the Norman Rockwell Museum, to name a few. Berkshire County is also a recreation hub with mountains for hiking or mountain biking, multiple lakes, ski areas, golf courses and even the Appalachian Trail. Being part of New England, western Massachusetts also boasts four distinct and enjoyable seasons, from the comfortable summer months to the colorful fall and pristine winters.As a small city with surrounding rural towns, Pittsfield has a reasonable cost of living and relaxing short commutes without giving up modern life amenities. We are centrally located in the northeast, providing easy access to all of the attractions New England can offer. Boston and New York City are both less than a 3 hour drive away.The Berkshires are Calling!https://datausa.io/profile/geo/berkshire-county-ma/
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